1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 430 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Buick LeSabre (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | LeSabre | 2 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |